TechGuru's stats
- Review count263
- Helpfulness votes173
- First reviewMay 14, 2016
- Last reviewSeptember 28, 2024
- Featured reviews0
- Average rating4.8
Reviews comments
- Review comment count0
- Helpfulness votes0
- First review commentNone
- Last review commentNone
- Featured review comments0
Questions
- Question count0
- Helpfulness votes0
- First questionNone
- Last questionNone
- Featured questions0
- Answer count11
- Helpfulness votes41
- First answerOctober 27, 2016
- Last answerNovember 10, 2020
- Featured answers0
- Best answers2
Enjoy a compact tablet that fits neatly in your pocket with this Acer Iconia One 8-inch tablet. It includes a quad-core processor and 1GB of RAM that deliver powerful processing to play all your games and apps, and the 16GB of flash memory ensure this Acer Iconia One 8-inch tablet and store your files.
Customer Rating
4
A Fine Tablet for the Price for Casual Users
on May 20, 2016
Posted by: TechGuru
The Acer Iconia One 8" tablet is a great introductory tablet. It's low price point and decent batter life make it a low-cost way to determine what lever of tablet user you are: a power user or a casual user.
For the power user (e.g. a user who will maximize use of the tablet, extensively playing games, using productivity software, etc. Essentially, the screen is always on), this tablet will be underpowered and does experience some slowdown with demanding apps.
The casual user should have all of their needs addressed. Checking emails, checking up on Facebook and reading the occasional article, this tablet can completely handle your needs for a very affordable price.
Battery Life: 69% of the battery was used in 4 hours and 24 minutes. Half of that time was watching movies on Netflix and Hulu, the other half was using Facebook and playing Asphault Nitro. For the level of use I was giving the machine, with no tweaks to save power, this was an impressive battery. (Pro-Tip: a quick way to lengthen the battery life on most devices with a screen is to lower the brightness, as the screen is typically the biggest power hog, and having a lower brightness reduces the power consumption).
What's in the box: the Acer Iconia One, a micro-USB data cable and wall adapter, an Acer support card, and the user manual.
Software: The biggest downside to this device is the amount of preinstalled software that can't be removed. There is software included that will suggest apps from the Google Play store. not necessarily a bad thing, but these apps do eat up your battery and may be unwelcome by many.
Overall, this is a great starter tablet for a kid, someone who isn't tech savvy, or a casual user. Power users will most likely want to step it up a notch or two.
*I did experience one issue when setting up my tablet: the Google Play store started giving me a "server error." to fix this, I had to go to Settings->Apps->Play Store and click "Clear Data," then "Force Stop." I then restarted the Google Play Store and everything was back to normal. I doubt this was the fault of the tablet, but it is worth noting the solution.
My Best Buy number: 0314088169
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Your household is busy streaming media, working online, and playing games every day. This Linksys Wi-Fi Router will expand your network coverage, send signals directly to your devices, and deliver a lag-free connection, even when you’re all online at the same time.
Customer Rating
5
Nothing Short of Awesome!
on May 14, 2016
Posted by: TechGuru
The LINKSYS EA9500 MAX-STREAM™ AC5400 TRI-BAND WI-FI ROUTER is an amazing (and HUGE) router. It uses the new WiFi AC standard for blazing fast speeds as well as MU-MIMO (Multi-User Multiple Input Multiple Output), which is another new Wi-Fi technology which offers more efficient Wi-Fi and enhance the data connection between clients and a router. This means it can better determine what devices need more bandwidth and ensure it is available to them.
What's in the box: The standard packaging comes with the router (and all eight antennas!), an Ethernet cable, the power cable, a disc with the documentation on it, a quick start guide, and the warranty card.
Setup time: The initial setup for the router took just about 10 minutes, counting opening the box, however, there may be some caveats to this depending on the modem you have from your Internet provider (please see the technical notes below). It worked just fine, but due to limitations from my cable modem, some adjustments had to be made to get the full power of the router.
Technical notes: This router is powerful, but if you are using it behind a cable modem/WiFi router, you will encounter some issues. If your current router doesn't have a "bridge" mode, it will prevent the LINKSYS EA9500 MAX-STREAM™ AC5400 TRI-BAND WI-FI ROUTER from handling the routing processes. Bridge mode disables the WiFi radio and routing processes on your cable modem/router from your ISP, allowing the EA9500 to do it's thing, and it does it well. If you don't have a "bridge" mode on your current setup, I HIGHLY recommend trading to just a modem from your Internet provider, or better yet, buying a modem so you aren't paying the rental fees from your Internet provider. This will ensure taking full advantage of the EA9500.
Noe: Before buying a new modem, I did have some issues with VoIP dropping calls due to the old modem/WiFi router handling the routing. As soon as I switched the my own modem, these issues went away and I have seen perfect performance.
I ran a speed test on Speedtest.net at using the computer furthest fro the EA9500, and got 45.33 Mbps download speeds and 3.82 Mbps upload speeds. This is more than double the best speeds I received before switching.
One final note, you won't see speeds like I saw if you don't have Internet service that can achieve those speeds, so it may be time to upgrade your plan with your Internet provider to ensure you get the most out of the EA9500.
My Best Buy number: 0314088169
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Prevent dead zones around your home with the help of this Linksys Wi-Fi range extender. It works with all types of Wi-Fi routers, and it uses multi-user MIMO for speed and efficiency. This Linksys Wi-Fi range extender can be used to create a different access point or to extend the field of the router’s connection.
Customer Rating
5
Fantastic Product with Easy Setup
on May 14, 2016
Posted by: TechGuru
I have had the Linksys MaxStream RE7000-AC1900 Wall Plug In Range Extender with MU-MIMO for about a week now, and it is amazing. I use it out in my workshop, which is a metal building in my back yard around 100 feet away. In the past, WiFi extenders haven't helped much, as they couldn't penetrate the distance fro my WiFi router combined with the building being metal. This product has eliminated any interference, and is operating amazingly. It is best when paired with an AC (the newest WiFi standard) router, such as the LINKSYS EA9500 MAX-STREAM™ AC5400 TRI-BAND WI-FI ROUTER to reach maximum speeds.
What's in the box: The packaging on the Re7000 is very nice and minimal. Inside, you'll find the warranty card and quick start documents, as well as the unit itself. The ONLY con for this product is that it doesn't include an Ethernet cable, which would be nice as I have a hardwired device in my workshop.
The Setup: It only took about 4 minutes, including opening the package to set it up. The online setup interface is smooth and quick. It also does the nice job of keeping the same SSID name for any signals being repeated, which is nice as everything resides on the same network.
Technical notes: Using this, I now have a speedtest.net rating of 48.24 Mbps download and 3.86 Mbps upload speeds. This is far superior to any results I have ever experienced from any similar product.
My Best Buy number: 0314088169
I would recommend this to a friend!
Share this review:
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
TechGuru's Review Comments
TechGuru has not submitted comments on any reviews.
TechGuru's Questions
TechGuru has not submitted any questions.
Keep your devices powered on the go with the Belkin BOOSTCHARGE 36W Dual Port PPS Car Charger. It boasts two 18W USB-C Ports, both of which support simultaneous fast charging for all PD-Enabled devices. This 36 watt charger is equipped with PPS technology, which allows for optimized charging with compatible devices by dynamically negotiating the best charging voltage. It’s packed with the latest USB-C Power Delivery 3.0 and PPS technologies, working together to safely deliver the ideal amount of fast power to the device it’s connected to. Optimized to charge all USB-A and USB-C compatible devices faster than a standard 5w Charger. Compatible with Apple iPhone 14, 13, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone XR, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XS, iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 8, HTC U12+, Galaxy S22 Ultra, Galaxy S10+, Galaxy S10, Google Pixel 3 XL, Google Pixel 3, iPad Pro (12.9") 2nd Gen, iPad Pro (10.5"), Huawei Mate 20, Huawei Mate 20 Pro, Huawei P30/P30 Pro, Sony Xperia XZ2
The description for this product is incorrect and sparse at best. Please update.
AGREED! The desciption seems to indicate that it has BOTH USB-A and USB-C ports. This is incorrect, it only has USB-C connections. The description should be fixed immediately.
3 years, 10 months ago
by
TechGuru
Cut The Cord with AirTV Player. Stream movies, TV, music and other content using a wide range of apps, including Netflix, SlingTV, Google Play and many more from the Google Play Store all with AirTV Player. AirTV’s streaming platform integrates local over-the-air (OTA) programming with your streaming services. The AirTV Adapter and an OTA antenna provide local channels like ABC, CBS, NBC and FOX, without a monthly cable bill.
I’m confused. How/ where does it get ota channels? Is there an antenna that comes with it? Similar to the digital antenna I use now for local channels? Or does it get the local ota channels and stream to device via the internet?
It actually has a coaxial cable plug-in so that you can use any OTA antenna with it.You should be able to use the digital antenna you mentioned in your question. That said, you can get a new, Smart 4k TV for around $300-$450, so I would go that route unless you are on an extremely tight budget. 4k, plus Roku is a much better option in my opinion. If nothing else, Roku isn't going anywhere.
6 years, 7 months ago
by
TechGuru
Showcase video adventures in Full HD with this 24.5-inch HP Omen gaming display. Its 144Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response time let you play fast-action games seamlessly, and it has HDMI, DisplayPort and USB 3.0 ports for versatile connectivity. This HP Omen gaming display has a built-in headphone hook for easy organization.
Does this monitor have built-in speakers?
Showcase video adventures in Full HD with this 24.5-inch HP Omen gaming display. Its 144Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response time let you play fast-action games seamlessly, and it has HDMI, DisplayPort and USB 3.0 ports for versatile connectivity. This HP Omen gaming display has a built-in headphone hook for easy organization.
Does it have Freesync?
Yes, the HP Omen 25 monitor supports Freesync, whereas the HP Omen 27 supports G-Sync, a proprietary NVIDIA alternative that requires an NVIDIA GPU.
7 years, 3 months ago
by
TechGuru
Showcase video adventures in Full HD with this 24.5-inch HP Omen gaming display. Its 144Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response time let you play fast-action games seamlessly, and it has HDMI, DisplayPort and USB 3.0 ports for versatile connectivity. This HP Omen gaming display has a built-in headphone hook for easy organization.
Is this a Freesync monitor? I keep getting conflicting information.
Yes, the HP Omen 25 supports Freesync. The HP Omen 27, on the other hand, supports G-Sync, an alternative to Freesync that requires NVIDIA GPUs to work.
7 years, 3 months ago
by
TechGuru
Wake up to a delicious cup of java with this Ninja Coffee Bar glass carafe system. The 10-cup pitcher holds 50 oz. of coffee when entertaining or brews a single cup at a time, prepared at the infusion level of your choice. This Ninja Coffee Bar glass carafe system has a built-in frother for hot and cold drink creations.
Does the coffee bar good rich ice coffee
Yes, the Ninja Coffee Bar has a special brewing setting for iced coffees, and they are delicious.
7 years, 9 months ago
by
TechGuru
Simplify your everyday life with the Google Home, a voice-activated speaker powered by the Google Assistant. Use voice commands to enjoy music, get answers from Google and manage everyday tasks. Google Home is compatible with Android and iOS operating systems, and can control compatible smart devices such as Chromecast or Nest."
does it support AT&T Digital life and its Nest devices and thermostats that are attached to the system ?
It supports Nest devices, but you would have to contact AT&T about future integration, but currently it isn't supported.
7 years, 10 months ago
by
TechGuru
Simplify your everyday life with the Google Home, a voice-activated speaker powered by the Google Assistant. Use voice commands to enjoy music, get answers from Google and manage everyday tasks. Google Home is compatible with Android and iOS operating systems, and can control compatible smart devices such as Chromecast or Nest."
Does this support Sonos? iTunes?
No, not at this time. IT also doesn't support Amazon Music. It currently only supports Google Play Music, Spotify, Pandora, and YouTube Music.
7 years, 10 months ago
by
TechGuru
Simplify your everyday life with the Google Home, a voice-activated speaker powered by the Google Assistant. Use voice commands to enjoy music, get answers from Google and manage everyday tasks. Google Home is compatible with Android and iOS operating systems, and can control compatible smart devices such as Chromecast or Nest."
Can this be used if the phone the main account is tied to is not at home? IE: Could my wife ask it to play music from Google Play if I'm not there? I'm not asking about family accounts but if this will remember my account if my phone isn't around?
Yes, Google Home will work regardless of if the primary account holder is around. Great question!
7 years, 10 months ago
by
TechGuru
Simplify your everyday life with the Google Home, a voice-activated speaker powered by the Google Assistant. Use voice commands to enjoy music, get answers from Google and manage everyday tasks. Google Home is compatible with Android and iOS operating systems, and can control compatible smart devices such as Chromecast or Nest."
Does google home has an accesory for lock and unlock doors?
Yes, you must make sure your door locks are compatible, but it does support this function.
7 years, 10 months ago
by
TechGuru